Welcome to our Pizza Series, where we explore creative and delicious pizza toppings beyond the usual. Today, we spotlight the crisp, refreshing duo of cucumber and onion on a pizza base. This combo adds a cool crunch and subtle sharpness, perfect for those who crave a lighter, vibrant slice. Ideal for summer or whenever you want to try something different, the Cucumber Onion Pizza is a fresh way to reinvent your pizza experience. Today marks the last of my homemade Pizza Series! I started with the most crusty yet soft Pizza dough and followed it up with a delicious thick Pizza Sauce! I decided to go with simple toppings for my first-ever homemade Pizza, Cucumber and Onion.
I know the combination may sound crazy or even weird, but it worked out great. When it comes to making homemade pizza, the world is your oyster, and you are only limited by your creative mind. I love how endless the choices for amazing Pizza are. A little confession I have, I was going for a Zucchini Onion Pizza but wrongfully picked Cucumbers! Has that ever happened to you? You go for one ingredient and end up picking a different one? lol! This Pizza is totally delicious and simple and "healthy," did I mention delicious!
1 Cucumber
1/2 Cup Onions
1-2 Cups Homemade Pizza Sauce
1 Cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
3 Garlic Cloves
1 Tablespoon Chili Flakes
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to the highest temperature because every inch of your oven should be very hot. To ensure this let the oven heat up for 30 full minutes! Dust the baking pan with maize/corn flour. This makes it easier to transfer the Pizza onto a plate once it is cooked. Doing this also gives the Pizza crust hat little extra texture and flavor. Flatten the ball of dough directly on the maize/cornmeal lined baking pan. Flatten the dough into a 12 inch round circle, doesn't have to be perfect, stretch it outward and then lift the edges or you can pinch them to create a rim like shape.
Brush the top of the Pizza dough lightly with olive oil. This is to prevent the toppings from making your dough too soggy while cooking. If you want to prevent bubbling while baking, create dents on the surface of the dough with your fingers and let it rest for about 15 minutes before adding the toppings.
Take a large spoonful of the homemade Pizza Sauce and place on top of the Pizza Dough as your base
Spread the Pizza Sauce evenly on top of the Pizza dough
Add crushed Garlic on top of the Pizza Sauce
Layer Thinly sliced Cucumber on top of the Pizza dough
Spread sliced onions on the Pizza crust then sprinkle with chili flakes
Generously grate Cheddar Cheese as the final layer on your homemade Pizza Dough
You can use Parmesan or Mozzarella cheese to top your Pizza Crust
Bake the Pizza for 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy
Slice the hot Cucumber Onion Pizza immediately and serve. Any left overs can be stored for up to a month in the freezer in a tightly covered container
PIZZA SERIES - THE PIZZA TOPPINGS: CUCUMBER ONION PIZZA
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: 8-10 Pizza Slices
Ingredients
- 1 Cucumber
- 1/2 Cup Onions
- 2 Cups Homemade Pizza Sauce
- 1 Cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
- 3 Garlic Cloves
- 1 Tablespoon Chili Flakes
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- Preheat oven to the highest temperature because every inch of your oven should be very hot. To ensure this let the oven heat up for 30 full minutes! Dust the baking pan with maize/corn flour. This makes it easier to transfer the Pizza onto a plate once it is cooked. Doing this also gives the Pizza crust hat little extra texture and flavor. Flatten the ball of dough directly on the maize/cornmeal lined baking pan. Flatten the dough into a 12 inch round circle, doesn't have to be perfect, stretch it outward and then lift the edges or you can pinch them to create a rim like shape
- Brush the top of the Pizza dough lightly with olive oil. This is to prevent the toppings from making your dough too soggy while cooking. If you want to prevent bubbling while baking, create dents on the surface of the dough with your fingers and let it rest for about 15 minutes before adding the toppings
- Take a large spoonful of the homemade Pizza Sauce and place on top of the Pizza Dough as your base. Add crushed Garlic on top of the Pizza Sauce
- Layer Thinly sliced Cucumber on top of the Pizza dough. Spread sliced onions on the Pizza crust then sprinkle with chili flakes
- Generously grate Cheddar Cheese as the final layer on your homemade Pizza Dough. Bake the Pizza for 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy
- Slice the hot Cucumber Onion Pizza immediately and serve. Any left overs can be stored for up to a month in the freezer in a tightly covered container
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Cucumber Onion Pizza
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How is cucumber used on pizza?
Cucumber is thinly sliced and added fresh after baking to maintain its crispness and refreshing taste.
Q2: Can I bake the pizza with cucumber on top?
It’s best to add cucumber after baking to prevent it from becoming soggy and losing its crunch.
Q3: What kind of onions work best?
Sweet onions or red onions add a mild, slightly sweet flavor that complements the cucumber well.
Q4: Is this pizza vegetarian or vegan?
The recipe can be vegetarian or vegan depending on the cheese or sauce used. Use vegan cheese and dairy-free sauce to keep it vegan.
Q5: Can I add other toppings?
Absolutely! Fresh herbs like basil or arugula, olives, or cherry tomatoes work well.
🧾 Nutrition Card (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | Moderate calories from crust and toppings |
| Total Fat | 7 g | Depends on cheese and oil used |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g | From cheese or added oils |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g | Mainly from pizza crust |
| Sugars | 4 g | Natural sugars from vegetables |
| Protein | 8 g | From cheese and crust |
| Fiber | 3 g | From veggies and whole grain crust if used |
| Sodium | 420 mg | Varies with cheese and added salt |
Dietary Information
| Category | Suitable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetarian | ✅ Yes | No meat or animal gelatin included |
| Vegan | ⚠️ Optional | Use vegan cheese and dairy-free sauce |
| Gluten-Free | ⚠️ Optional | Use gluten-free crust |
| Dairy-Free | ⚠️ Optional | Use dairy-free cheese alternatives |
| Nut Allergy | ✅ Yes | No nuts in the standard recipe |
📝 Notes:
- Adding cucumber fresh after baking keeps the pizza crisp and refreshing.
- Use a whole grain or gluten-free crust to boost fiber or meet dietary needs.
- For extra flavor, drizzle olive oil and sprinkle fresh herbs on top before serving.
- Onion can be sautéed lightly if you prefer a milder flavor before baking.
Please note that these values are estimates and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used. For precise nutritional information, consider using a nutrition calculator with exact ingredient measurements.
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